Lot 235 , An extremely rare Derby or Girl-on-a-Horse factory figure of a pug, c.1755, l. 6.5cm, some restoration

An extremely rare Derby or Girl-on-a-Horse factory figure of a pug, c.1755, recumbent on a pink highlighted cushion with yellow tassels to each corner, l. 6.5cm, some restoration
Estimate £300-500


Provenance:
The Dennis G. Rice Collection of fine early Derby Porcelain (1750-1770)

As well as being an avid collector of early Derby porcelain, Dr. Dennis G. Rice was an academic and wrote one of the key reference works on the subject - 'Derby Porcelain, The Golden Years 1750-1770' published in 1983. A number of the pieces illustrated in the book will be offered for sale.

ex Stockspring Antiques, Oct. 2006 for £950.

High quality restoration to its left front paw, the tail and the immediate area on its hind quarter and one yellow tassel.


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Sold for £5,000